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Sheppard Pratt

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, Emergency Services

Towson, Maryland Part Time Posted Yesterday
Compensation $87,360 - $101,088 a year
Specialty Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing
Experience Experienced
At a glance

Qualifications

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Education

  • Master's degree in Nursing from an accredited program
  • Doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited program

Licenses

  • Current, unrestricted Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner license in Maryland
  • Active Controlled Substances Registration
  • Valid DEA Certificate

Certifications

  • Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) certification by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)

Preferred

  • Minimum two years of experience as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in acute psychiatric settings
  • Experience in Emergency Department or consultation-liaison psychiatry
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams in high-acuity environments
  • Strong clinical judgment and adaptability in managing fast-paced, diverse caseloads
The opportunity

Job Description

This part-time position is based in Greater Baltimore Medical Center's Emergency Department, in partnership with Sheppard Pratt Solutions. You will provide urgent psychiatric evaluation, stabilization, and treatment to patients in crisis, playing a vital role in delivering timely, patient-centered care while working closely with an interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct psychiatric evaluations, including risk and diagnostic assessments
  • Provide crisis intervention and stabilization for patients in acute distress
  • Prescribe and manage medications using evidence-based practices
  • Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure coordinated care
  • Facilitate referrals and transitions to appropriate inpatient or community-based services
  • Maintain accurate documentation and regulatory compliance
  • Support quality improvement initiatives and serve as a resource to ED staff

Required Qualifications

  • Current, unrestricted Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner license in Maryland with active Controlled Substances Registration and valid DEA Certificate
  • Certification as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
  • Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited program

Preferred Qualifications

  • Minimum of two years of experience as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in acute psychiatric settings, ideally in an Emergency Department or consultation-liaison psychiatry
  • Proven ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams in high-acuity environments
  • Strong clinical judgment, adaptability, and resilience in managing a fast-paced, diverse caseload

Compensation and Benefits

  • Pay range: $87,360 minimum to $101,088 maximum (part-time); determined based on board certifications and years and level of related experience
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • 403b retirement match
  • Generous paid time off and flexible scheduling
  • Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Opportunities for student loan forgiveness
  • Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program to support ongoing education and licensure and/or certification preparation
  • Grand rounds, CME opportunities, and on-site lectures
  • Opportunity to work with trainees including medical students, residents, and fellows
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